All Chapters of Money and pride: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30
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Chapter 21: A deadly fight
" Dare to say that again, kiddo?" John started; the only thing that separated between both of them was me who stood in between trying to prevent their clash as much as possible." Aren't I right though... Uhm, if I have to describe your life Johnnie, I would say that it is just miserable." Shawn retorted. It seems that Gerald did not only carry out a background check on me but on all those around me as well. Shawn was playing dirty when he mentioned John's weakness, he did not say it directly but he clearly was talking about his wife who left him taking his kids along with her as she prevented him from ever meeting with him again. John was so absorbed in fighting that he did not care much about his family, when he came to realize who is more important it was just too late. He lost his sole family because of his own mistakes. He had always regretted doing so." That is enough, Shawn. I said let’s go." I repeated in an angry tone now. 
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Chapter 22: Friends?
I called the paramedics who rushed to the ring, they started checking their conditions. They managed to stop the bleeding of John's mouth and took him out of the ring; they also gave him a light pain relief medication and asked him to rest until he becomes able to stand on his own.I was by Shawn's side, the female paramedic was checking his vital signs, his breathing was unsteady and rough, she started giving him CPR to stimulate his respiration. After a few mouth-to-mouth breathing, Shawn started breathing normally again. He coughed several times before finally getting up, he looked angry as he stared at my face." You deserve it." I started." Heartless..." he uttered.I helped him up leading him to the dressing room where John was also resting. John laughed as soon as he spotted Shawn; he stood up and grabbed Shawn by the collar." I did not know that fighting with you would be that much fun, you are a fine man, kid," he said.John's tru
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Chapter 23: A lead
I woke up, Jessy was by my side, she was opening the curtains and cleaning the room. " Good morning, Jessy," I said and she flinched upon hearing my voice." Good morning, Lily." She replied shyly. "  Why are you up this early?" I asked." I wanted to choose your outfit for the day... " Jessy wanted to become a fashion designer, that was her dream so I let her choose my clothes when she had time. She also showed me her designs and I was fascinated by her work, she is an orphan and she can't afford to go to college though. She works here and here is also where she lives." Okay, what do you have for me today?"" How about this dress? You don't wear dresses at all, why?"" They don't suit me, also I needed to be ready for any emergency that requires me to run away, a dress is so unconventional," I explained." I didn't know that is how you lived your life,"" I didn't have it easy as well," I
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Chapter 24: He turns me on
" What are you doing? Hop in..." Shawn ordered.I opened the door's car and sat by his side still confused about the plate's number I saw. " I bet dad will speak to you regarding the contract, Lily. I have already informed him that I will go back to work."" You did?" I answered him absent-mindedly." Yeah, I did. What are you thinking hard about?" he asked.I ignored his question, as I was so deep in thoughts, now that I came across a lead, I will have to check it for myself. " Why do you have 4 cars in the garage though, aren't two enough?" I asked Shawn who was focused on driving now." One for me, one for dad, one extra and the fourth one is our uncle's." He started." I never saw your uncle in the mansion so why does he keep his car in your garage?"" He died, dad didn't want to sell his car or throw it away so we kept it in the garage."" When did he die?"" A month ago, why do I feel that
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Chapter 25: The truth
It was 6 o'clock now and I rushed to Gerald's office after taking a shower and changing into casual clothes. " May I come in?" I asked." Yes," he replied." How can I help you, Lily?"" I need to meet with my dad," I started." I know I may sound weird but I kind of need to check upon him. I am afraid he might die alone somewhere dark and damp." I continued." What a good kid you are, Lily. You may go, my men would accompany you as always. God may bless you, take care." I nodded in agreement, as I took my leave, stepping into the car I recalled the reason why I did not ask him to sign the contract of my freedom earlier. I was afraid that an issue would arise from my demand and he would lock me up, I guess I already lost my trust in him. I wanted to know some facts before I start taking action.The driver announced that we have reached our destination; I stepped out of the car and made sure that I wasn't being follo
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Chapter 26: Free?
I watched Dad as he went to sleep and then I left myself. I should not be saying the word dad now but I still I am used to it, it is not worth it to try to change his title. I do not know why but for some reason, I felt bad about myself. I was a burden on dad's shoulders my whole life.I brushed this idea off as I stepped out of the car and went up to my room, now I know for sure that Shawn's uncle is somehow involved with my father, also, Gerald clearly has an ulterior motive." Jessy, is Gerald still awake?" I asked." Yes, miss," Jessy called me 'miss' since we were outside of my room and her words might be heard. Gerald is a fan of hierarchy which suits his status well." Did you finish your visit?" Gerald questioned as he saw me entering his office. He was typing on his laptop and immersed in his work." Yes thankfully, Should I come back later?"" No, I probably know what you want to talk about, I do not want to procrastinate this any
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Chapter 27: Mr. Siergo
After college and as planned, I headed to ChemiPharma, I asked the taxi driver to drive me through a lot of places making sure that no car is trailing me. I bet that Gerald was sincere when he said that he would not keep an eye on me which is good. I was standing in front of the company that overwhelmed the whole street, it was too large that it covered the buildings across from it from Sun rays. I was wearing a light brown wig, a black dress, and sunglasses. I can't say that it is quite a disguise but at least if I manage to avoid CCTVs then no one would tell it is me. I wanted to get some information; I headed to the staff room where cleaners gathered. " I bet it was a tough day, guys," I initiated which attracted their attention, it was their meal break and I bet they will need the coffee I brought them.I started giving them their coffee." Who are you?" a male cleaner wondered." My mom work here, she cleans the last f
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Chapter 28: His true colors
" You are aware that you are restricting my movement, right? If I screamed, everyone would point at you negatively so why don't you let me leave now while I am asking gently." I started." I can ask them all to leave right this moment, this restaurant is mine you see, also I would like to hear your screams," he smirked." I just want to know why were you asking around about the CEO, what is your goal?" he added.I have to come up with an excuse if I want to get out of this situation." I Love you," I shouted covering my face with both my hands acting shyly." I am sorry I acted this suspiciously causing you to misunderstand my pure-hearted intention. I can be stupid at times." I giggled still covering my face." Ha-Ha... You are so funny."He laughed for a while which made me feel at ease." Do you think, I would believe that?"This is not working... The waiter soon came back with a new dish also serving Sergio's meal an
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Chapter 29: Oh my god
"It is as you are speculating young one, I am the one who was meeting with your mom, Indigo never knew he had a daughter until recently," Gerald declared as he called one of his men."Kill him," he growled."Kill who? What are you saying?” I yelled as I grabbed his collar."Kill fuckin who?" I repeated."You don't need him anyway, let us start with the people that you don't need first.." he continued.Did he mean my dad? Jack? Who the fuckin does he mean?"No don't just don't please..." I begged."I have to prove to you that I am not just throwing empty threats..." he explained."I know so stop, I know..." I cried, he was getting on my nerves playing with my head.I do not wish to be the reason for anyone's death, let me play along with him until I decide what I should do... "The first on the list is Jack and your dad in case you were thinking about escaping, within 12 hours if you didn't come back, it
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Chapter 30: Forced marriage
In the morning, Jessy was applying my makeup for me, I had to trick Shawn into thinking that everything is okay. I thought about telling him but I knew that Gerald would still do what he wants even if his son disapproved. I didn't want to bet on my friends' lives."Thanks, Jessy," I mumbled."No problem, I will pray for you, Lily," "Thanks, dear,"I got downstairs to eat breakfast with the man who ruined my life, it wasn't my biological dad nor 18 years old dad but this man particularly who fuckin ruined everything."Why didn't you tell me directly, Lily, You agreed to marry me?" Shawn asked."Yeah, I would love to, as you said I am attracted to you, also Gerald asked me to so I couldn't disagree," I mentioned."That is quite sudden, I am surprised..." Shawn continued."I am happy though," he added."You shall make sure that you take good care of her," Gerald instructed."No worries,"We finished our
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